Please bring your mask & snorkels to the River Cabin playground to search the river for aquatic insects and fish. This is a great opportunity to see fish and bugs up close and undisturbed in their natural habitat. It’s a totally different world down there. Children must be with participating adult. Be prepared to car pool to other areas along the river.
Please bring your binoculars and meet at the Fire Tower Parking Lot for an historical interpretive tour of the Fire Tower and Seneca Point by DCNR Conservation Volunteer, Greg Burns. Learn about local logging history, observe Indian sign, and take a breathtaking view from the top of the Fire Tower.
Celebrate Independence Day with a splash by enjoying Pennsylvania’s beautiful waterways without needing a fishing license! On Friday, July 4, 2025, all anglers can fish license-free across the state’s rivers, lakes, and streams. This special event is perfect for beginners, families, and seasoned anglers alike to explore the outdoors and enjoy the thrill of fishing at no cost. Please remember that all other fishing regulations, including size limits, creel limits, and seasonal restrictions, still apply to protect Pennsylvania’s fish populations. Be sure to check local rules before heading out and practice responsible fishing to help keep our waters healthy and vibrant for years to come. No license? No problem! Grab your fishing rod and tackle and make the most of this great opportunity on July 4th!
Please bring your river sneakers, swimsuits, and snorkels to the Park Office as we drive to nearby watersheds to search for and identify hard to find underwater creatures. Various species of fish, mussels, snakes and salamanders often make an appearance. This is truly a wilderness experience. Expect no public bathrooms. Bring lunch & water. Children must be with a participating adult.
Please bring your binoculars and meet at the Fire Tower Parking Lot for an historical interpretive tour of the Fire Tower and Seneca Point by DCNR Conservation Volunteer, Greg Burns. Learn about local logging history, observe Indian sign, and take a breathtaking view from the top of the Fire Tower.
Are you curious as to what scenic surprises, wildlife, and local history lie within the newly acquired Clarion River Lands? If so, you’ll need a guide to get you there. Trails are steep, rocky, and sometimes hard to find, but the wilderness experience will be worth the effort. This 3-mile interpretive, very strenuous, and often times off-trail hike climbs 460ft from the valley floor to the hilltop. We’ll investigate rock outcrops along the way for wildlife and historic use. The tail end of the hike loops back down along the picturesque Blyson Run Valley and its numerous small waterfalls. Meet the Friends of Cook Forest at Park Office where we will drive to the starting point roughly 9 miles downriver. Access to the kick-off point is not easy. Pick-ups and jeeps are good, low clearance vehicles are bad. Pack a lunch and bring plenty of water!
